Current manager Steve Bruce has transformed the squad since taking charge of the club in October and added seven new players to his first team in January.

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While Villa’s wage bill has decreased significantly since last season, they are still among the Championship’s money men. Only Newcastle can boast a wage bill of similar riches to the claret and blues.

Villa’s finances are expected to receive a further boost this summer with several players who are out on loan set to leave the club on a permanent basis.